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Experiences in DC

Curated local experience providers on the ASTRO Network — tours, charters, museums, food, the arts, and events worth remembering.

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Historical/Outdoor Tours & Education
Washington Monument
Washington, DC
The Washington Monument is a 555-foot marble obelisk built to honor George Washington, the United States' first president. The iconic structure towers over Washington, D.C., flanked by vast green spaces, serving as a prominent landmark in the nation's capital. The monument has been a focal point of the city for more than 150 years.
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Boat Charters & Tours
Embark DC
Washington, DC Area
Embark DC provides private, customizable boat charters on the Potomac River in Washington, DC, with USCG-licensed captains guiding groups of up to six guests. Explore iconic DC landmarks, cruise to historic Mount Vernon, or relax on the water with your own group. Choose from open boats or climate-controlled yachts for flexible hourly experiences perfect for monumental sightseeing or special occasions.
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Historical/Outdoor Tours & Education
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
Washington, DC
The Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial is a secluded site in West Potomac Park, situated between the Lincoln and Jefferson memorials. Visitors can explore the legacy of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, America's 32nd president who guided the nation through the Great Depression and World War II. The memorial features twenty-two quotations from his presidency, engraved in red South Dakota granite walls.
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LabX
Washington, DC
LabX is a public engagement testbed of the National Academy of Sciences that experiments with creative approaches to science communication and education. Programming includes interactive shows, science demonstrations, and unconventional methods to reach diverse audiences.
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Renwick Gallery
Washington, DC
Branch of the Smithsonian American Art Museum dedicated to exhibiting American contemporary craft, celebrating makers taking both innovative and time-honored ap
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Laogai Museum
Washington, DC
LAOGAI Museum in Washington DC is a unique museum dedicated to showcasing the horrors of the Chinese government's labor camp system, known as the Laogai. The Laogai is a system of forced labor camps in which political prisoners and other prisoners of conscience are subjected to inhumane condition...
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U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum
Washington, DC
Explore the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, DC, and learn from the exhibits and personal stories of history’s darkest moments: planning tips, guidance when visiting with kids, and more.
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National Museum of American Diplomacy
Washington, DC
The National Museum of American Diplomacy explores what it means to live a life of foreign service. Visitors can discover the impact a diplomat can make. The museum features stories of ambassadors, influential civilians, key diplomatic players, and treaty negotiators.
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National Museum Of American Jewish Military History
Washington, DC
The National Museum of American Jewish Military History is a museum in Washington, DC. It presents stories of Jewish Americans in military service. Visitors can learn about figures like David Marshall, a veteran of the Battle of the Bulge, and Major David Salisbury Franks, who was involved with the Founding Fathers during the American Revolution.
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Kayak, Canoe & Stand-Up Paddleboard Rentals & Tours
Adventures Unbound (Key Bridge Boathouse)
Washington, DC Area
Adventures Unbound provides kayak, canoe, and stand-up paddleboard rentals, as well as guided tours and classes, from Key Bridge Boathouse, offering views of DC's monuments and wildlife on the Potomac River.
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Bike Rentals & Tours
Unlimited Biking
Washington, DC Area
Explore Washington DC's most iconic monuments, memorials, and neighborhoods on guided bike tours or self-guided rentals with equipment provided. Choose from a variety of bikes including electric, comfort, hybrid, tandem, and kids' bikes suited for families and riders of all skill levels. Professional tour guides share the city's rich history and architecture while keeping a relatively flat, leisurely pace with plenty of stops for photos and sightseeing. Kids are welcome with tag-a-longs and bike attachments, making these tours perfect for families exploring the nation's capital.
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U.S. National Archives
Washington, DC
The U.S. National Archives Museum in Washington, DC, offers visitors a chance to explore exhibits such as The American Story. It features a special major exhibition titled Free and Independent: A Celebration of the Declaration. An immersive new museum, The American Story Discovery Center, has also opened at this location.
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Capital Jewish Museum
Washington, DC
See hours, exhibition details, & parking instructions for the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington DC. Reserve your tickets in advance & walk-ins are welcome.
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Mini Golf
Puttery
Washington, DC
Puttery is an indoor mini golf venue in Washington, DC, featuring immersive 18-hole courses. Guests can enjoy inventive cocktails and upscale bites in its lounges, bar tops, communal tables, or patio. The venue also offers cocktails exclusive to each course for players.
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Interior Museum
Washington, DC
The Interior Museum preserves over 8,600 objects related to the stewardship of the nation's public lands, natural resources, and cultural heritage. Since 1938, the museum has worked to inspire and educate visitors about the Department of the Interior's legacy.
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Kreeger Museum
Washington, DC
The Kreeger Museum is a museum situated in Washington, DC. Visitors to the museum can explore its permanent collection. Additionally, the museum grounds feature an outdoor sculpture garden for guests to enjoy.
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Mini Golf
East Potomac Park Mini Golf
Washington, DC
East Potomac Park Mini Golf is a historic miniature golf course in Washington, DC. Built in 1931, it is the oldest continuously-operated miniature golf course in the United States. The course retains some of its original 1931 layouts and features, including a stone wall. It is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
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DAR Museum
Washington, DC
The DAR Museum showcases over 20,000 objects of American decorative arts displayed in 31 period rooms, including quilts, needlework, and silver. The museum's current exhibition, Revolution in Their Words, examines the nation's founding through firsthand accounts from those who lived during the Revolutionary era.
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Pope John Paul II National Shrine
Washington, DC
The Pope John Paul II National Shrine is a museum in Washington, DC. It explores how Saint John Paul II inspires Catholics to renew their faith and hope. Visitors can attend daily Mass, receive the sacraments, and venerate a first-class relic of St. John Paul II. The Shrine’s church and chapel are available for worship, prayer, and reflection.
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Boat Rentals
Fletcher's Landing
Washington, DC
Fletcher's Cove Boathouse is one of the Capital Collection boathouses located on the Potomac and Anacostia rivers. Visitors can rent single and double kayaks, standup paddleboards, canoes, and rowboats, with kayaking permitted between the Chain Bridge and Key Bridge. Electric trolling motors and small outboard motors under 5hp are allowed on rowboats. The boathouse also offers a Kayak Nature Paddle tour and features a Tackle Shop that sells bait, fishing tackle, drinks, and snacks.
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Museum of Illusions
Washington, DC
Enter the world of fascinating illusions by paying a visit to Museum of Illusions Washington D.C., an edutaiment museum concept ideal for all ages.
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Dopamine Land
Washington, DC
Dopamine Land is an interactive museum and multisensory experience in Washington, D.C., combining media, technology, and play. Visitors can explore 12 interactive rooms and colorful installations. The venue is family-friendly, offers adult-friendly sessions, and provides services for birthday parties, school visits, and large groups. It was nominated for Best New Attraction in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.
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Boat Rentals
Key Bridge Boathouse
Washington, DC
Key Bridge Boathouse, one of the Capital Collection boathouses, offers boat rentals and guided kayak tours. Visitors can paddle between Chain Bridge and Memorial Bridge, or join tours such as the Kayak Monument Paddle or Ghost and History Kayak Paddle. The boathouse also hosts Kids Kayak Orientation classes, allows guests to launch their own non-motorized boats, and provides lockers. Snacks and drinks are sold on site, and space is available for private event rentals.
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Golf Course
East Potomac Blue Course
Washington, DC
East Potomac’s Blue Course is an 18-hole, Par 72 golf course, spanning 6,599 yards. Designed by Walter Travis in the early 1920s, this links-style course is considered the most challenging at East Potomac. Golfers can enjoy views of Washington landmarks like the Washington Monument, Ronald Reagan National Airport, Fort McNair, the Naval War College, and the Jefferson Memorial.
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